Airthings 2930 Wave Plus – Radon & Air Quality Monitor Operating Manual

Airthings 2930 Wave Plus – Radon & Air Quality Monitor

Set up your Airthings device in 3 simple steps:

1. Download the Airthings Wave App, available on iOS and Android
2. Create an account and insert Name, Email, and Location*
3. Follow the simple instructions in the app to connect your device

We encrypt and securely store your information in the Airthings Cloud. Providing your location is optional, however, sharing your radon information helps us understand how regional radon works and can ultimately save lives.

Many easy ways to contact Airthings

Have any questions or comments that we didn’t get to here? Let us know!support.airthings.com

Congratulations on taking this important step toward living a healthier life.

By keeping track of your Indoor Air Quality and radon levels, you can make healthier decisions in the spaces where you spend most of your time. Increased productivity and energy levels, better quality sleep, and resistance to illness are just a few of the benefits. Lessening your exposure to radon will reduce your risk of lung cancer.
The Airthings Wave Plus provides you with detailed information about Radon, Airborne chemicals, CO2, Temperature, Humidity, and Air Pressure levels on your phone, Airthings Dashboard or simply wave in front of the device for a visual indication of your radon levels.

Breathe better, live better, The Airthings team

Features and content

1. Power indicator
2. Light ring
3. Motion sensor
4. Air inlets
5. Battery compartments (observe polarity symbols)
6. One-time battery tab
7. Individual serial number
8. Mounting bracket
9. Screw
10. 2 AA batteries, inserted

Power Indicator

Flashing dot every 20 seconds.

• Green: battery level okay
• Blue: App communication active
• Red: Replace batteries

Light Ring
Visual indication of your air quality levels.

• Green: Good
• Yellow: Fair
• Red: Poor

(Go to airthings.com/thresholds for more information on your air quality action levels)

Air Inlets
This is where the air comes into your detector.

Audio Alarm
The device can give you audio alerts if your air quality levels are violating the recommended amount. In the case of audio alerts, simply wave in front of the device to snooze alerts.

Wave Sensor
Simply wave in front of your detector to activate the light ring.

Basics of the App

Easy to mount

Fix the mounting bracket to the ceiling or wall. Make sure you use appropriate screws for your wall type. The screws included are intended for wood or drywall. Do not place it close to vents or windows. Minimum 1 meter / 3 feet distance.
Thanks to the built-in magnet, simply snap the unit onto the mounted bracket. Then rotate it to the desired position.

Initial setup

You’ll receive your first radon reading in about an hour but we recommend leaving your Wave Plus uninterrupted for at least 1 week for an accurate radon reading. Radon levels fluctuate daily which is why continuous monitoring is necessary. The TVOC and CO2 sensors require at least 1 week for the initial internal calibration.

Daily use

Wave in front of your device to see a visual indication of your overall Indoor Air Quality.

Make sure you always have Bluetooth enabled on your phone and the app running in the background. Every time you are in the range of your device, the latest data will be synced automatically. You will be notified if any actions are needed through the app.

The Wave Plus will enter stand-alone mode if not connected to a phone for the last 7 days. Next time the Wave Plus is connected to a phone again, it will go back to regular connected mode. The Wave Plus also includes Airthings Smartlink which works with the Hub. Refer to the Hub manual for the Smartlink info. The Hub provides a longer range as well as live updates using the Airthings Smartlink.

Integrations
The Airthings Wave Plus shares data with your mobile device as well as the Airthings Dashboard—a free online platform that provides quick access to view, customize and analyze sensor data from multiple Airthings devices. Go to airthings.com/dashboard for more info.

The Airthings Wave Plus is integrated with Amazon Alexa Google Assistant and IFTTT. With Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, use voice commands to control your device. IFTTT integration allows users to create or access useful recipes for their device to follow and integrate with third-party products. Sign up for our newsletter for the latest updates.

Glow ring

For details on sensor thresholds go to airthings.com/wave- plus

Sensor icons

Indoor air contaminants vary depending on inhabitants and ventilation, as well as the contents and use of the space. Continuous monitoring is essential to understand trends and optimize ventilation to avoid negative effects on your overall health.

Radon
Decrease exposure to this radioactive gas that accumulates in buildings and homes. It is the number one cause of lung cancer among non-smokers but can be managed with continuous monitoring.

Total Volatile Organic Compounds
TVOCs are vapors emitted from all sorts of daily products including paints and furniture, wax and cosmetics, cleaning and hobby products, cooking, and human breath. At high concentrations, they can be harmful and cause negative side effects from minor eye, nose, and throat irritations all the way to liver and kidney damage and even cancer, depending on the level and length of exposure.

Carbon Dioxide
CO2 is an invisible gas that rises to unhealthy levels indoors. It can cause headaches, restlessness, and drowsiness as well as affect decision- making skills. High levels are directly correlated to low productivity, absenteeism, and infectious disease transmission.

Humidity
Too much or too little humidity can affect allergies and cold or flu symptoms. When humidity levels are too high, mold and rot will occur. Low humidity levels cause static electricity, dry skin and hair, and increased susceptibility to colds and respiratory illness.

Temperature
Indoor temperatures can affect performance, mood, and comfort level. Individual sleep patterns are also affected by indoor air temperature.

Pressure
Barometric pressure is the pressure given by the atmosphere at any given point. It is known as the “weight of the air” and changes depending on your elevation, as well as weather patterns. It can cause headaches.

Troubleshooting

First and foremost, always make sure that you have updated to the latest device software.

• In the device settings menu, click update device.

Not able to connect to my device

• Make sure you have the detector within the range of 2-5 meters or 5-15 feet.
• Check if Bluetooth is turned on.
• Check if the power indicator is blinking.

Need to turn off the audio alert

• In the iOS app, go to the device settings menu and update radon alarm settings.
• Wave in front of the detector to snooze for 1 month.

My app is not updated when running in background mode

• Open your phone settings and verify that the Airthings Wave app is running in the background. You can usually find this in the app manager section of your phone settings.
• Make sure you are in Bluetooth range periodically.

No response from light ring

• Check if the power indicator is blinking.
• If the power indicator is blinking red, or not blinking at all, the battery level is low. First, sync your data and then replace the batteries. We recommend AA alkaline
  (LR6).

If you need further assistance, read our Frequently Asked Questions, or simply contact support at support.airthings.com

Technical specifications

• Power supply : 2 AA 1.5V alkaline (LR6)
  3.0V nominal (2×1.5V)
  3.8V maximum, 1.8V
  minimum (depleted batteries) 500mA max current draw

• Dimensions : Diameter: 120 mm (4.72in) Height: 36 mm (1.42in)

• Weight : 219g including 2 batteries (7.7 oz)

Operational and storage environment:

• Temperature: 4 °C (39 °F) to +40 °C (104 °F)
• Relative humidity: < 85%
• Settling time: TVOC ~ 7 days CO2 ~ 7 days
• CO2 details: NDIR Sensor (Non-Dispersive Infra-Red) Measurement range 400–5000 ppm Non-condensing 0 – 85%RH

Optimum Accuracy ±30ppm ±3% within 60 – 95°F and 0 – 80%RH can be reached after multiple settling cycles on locations with natural indoor CO2 fluctuations

Radon details

• Measurement range: 0 Bq/m3 to 20,000 Bq/m3
  (0 pCi/L to 500 pCi/L)

• Initial accuracy/precision for Radon at 200 Bq/m3 (5.4 pCi/L) :
  7 days ~ 10%
  2 months ~ 5%

See more specs in our Wave Plus Product sheets

Safety and maintenance

The Airthings Wave Plus is intended for indoor use only. Avoid direct exposure to sunlight for long periods. Avoid exposure to direct heat sources. For correct usage, make sure the detector is operating in the specified temperature range (see technical specifications).

• Exposure to high humidity might permanently alter the detector’s sensitivity or damage it.
• Do not disassemble. If the detector does not work as specified or you are in doubt, contact your local dealer or  visit us at Airthings.com
• Use a dry cloth to clean the detector.
• When replacing the batteries, pay attention to the polarity marks. Use AA alkaline (LR6) batteries.
• Always snap the mounting bracket to the detector’s rear side to protect the batteries, even when the detector is not permanently mounted.

Disposal: electronic equipment.

Limited liability

• The instrument is tested and quality-assured by production. It meets the accuracy values set out in the specifications.  It is recommended to keep the instrument constantly activated and the batteries in place until drained.
• Airthings AS shall not be liable for damages related to failure or loss of data arising from incorrect operations and handling of the instrument.

Terms & conditions

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Copyright Airthings AS, 2018

Regulatory information

Regulatory information Canada
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference; and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

RF exposure safety

• This product is a radio transmitter and receiver.
• It is designed not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the ISED.
• The antenna must be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body.
• This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Class B device notice

NOTE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,  pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur  in a particular installation. If this equipment does  cause harmful interference to radio or television  reception, which can be determined by turning the  equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try  to correct the interference by one or more of the  following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

RF exposure safety

1. This product is a radio transmitter and receiver.
2. It is designed not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission.
3. The antenna must be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body.
4. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it measure PM 2.5 and 10?

Wave Plus doesn't measure PM particles, so it doesn't measure PM 2.5 or PM 10. The Airthings Wave Plus measures CO2 (carbon dioxide), TVOC (airborne chemicals), Radon, temperature, humidity, and air pressure.

Does it detect and/ or measure hcho (formaldehyde) levels, too?

The TVOC sensor in the Wave Plus will detect formaldehyde as part of the TVOCs (total volatile organic compound) measurement but keep in mind it does not give a breakdown of each VOC in the air, but the total measured amount.

Will it detect a natural gas leak or a gas stove burner left on by mistake?

The Wave Plus has a VOC sensor, which detects the total amount of airborne chemicals in the air. Although it will not specifically report natural gas presence, the VOC levels would certainly increase if there was a leak.

Does it indicate which pollutant is present (vocs vs radon)?

Yes, it has a graph for each item that it monitors. Radon, Vocs, Humidity, Temperature, and Pressure.

Why is this unit not powered from house current?

The reason Wave Plus is not corded is that we want to empower our users to not be restricted by an available power outlet to understand the air they breathe. Simply running on the 2x AA batteries provide provides Wave Plus with over a years worth of battery life.

Does the wave plus have the same sensitivity for measuring radon as the corentium detector? Does it provide results with the same accuracy?

Yes, it does! The Airthings radon sensor is designed by our in-house CERN scientists, and it is the same radon sensor in any of our products that monitor radon.

Can I install this horizontally without loss of accuracy?

Yes, the monitor can be placed horizontally without loss of accuracy.

Does it work without a cell phone?

No, you must have a cell phone in order to connect and sync with the Airthings Wave Plus.

One of the reviews says it won't work unless you give the app access to your location. Is this true?

Yes and no. Apple iPhone does not require you to give the app location access. In 2019, Android made it mandatory for any app to have location permissions in order to work with Bluetooth devices.

Do all of the Airthings units detect mold?

This unit is not for mold detection. There is another unit for mold detection.

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